asked the Minister for Defence whether he has any information as to the number of serving soldiers who have a parent or parents dependent on them; and if he will consider the desirability of providing a separation allowance in respect of all such dependents.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Soldiers' Dependents.
I have no information regarding the number of serving soldiers who have a parent or parents dependent on them. It would not be possible to provide the allowance suggested by the Deputy.
Mr. Byrne
Why not?